Immune system

It is the body’s way of keeping itself safe from being infected by various bacteria, viruses and other infectious organisms like worms. Various cells, tissues and organs make up the immune system. The most well known and common part of the immune system are white blood cells or WBC. They are the fighter cells within the body and their main function is to attack a possibly harmful foriegn body. It does so by a process called as the ‘immune response’. Apart from WBCs there are other cells called leucocytes that help the WBC perform their function. There are a number of ways to improve ones immunity, and one of the most important methods is to have a good diet and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

An doctor sheds light on COVID-19 vaccine, immune boosting foods and more

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 28, 2020 at 12:53pm

Doctors and medical bodies all over the world are toiling hard to find a vaccine against COVID-19. Meanwhile, you keep your immune function strong with the right foods, says Dr. Amitabh Parti, HOD and Director, Internal Medicine, Fortis Healthcare.
Eating too much salt, sugar can wreak havoc on your immune system

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, March 27, 2020 at 06:54pm

Researchers say consuming too much salt and sugar can affect the cells in your immune system that target bacteria.
Researchers find a better way to deal with organ transplant rejection

Posted By ANI, March 15, 2020 at 10:42am

Today, transplant patients take daily doses of immunosuppressant drugs to avoid rejection, leaving them vulnerable to cancer, diabetes, infectious diseases and a host of other ailments that come along with a weakened immune system.
5 ways to boost immunity to bring down risk of seasonal diseases

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, March 09, 2020 at 03:26pm

You can boost your immunity naturally and stand tall in the face of viruses and allergies. We reveal 6 easy ways in which you can do this.
5 hot, healthy drinks to keep you toasty this winter

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, January 21, 2020 at 05:35pm

Cold weather brings with it a number of diseases, and this time of the year, our immunity tends to take a dip. Boost your immunity with these five warm drinks
Today health tips: Follow these steps to boost your immune system and fight off disease

Posted By Editorial Team, January 21, 2020 at 11:10am

Our Today health tips series brings to you some simple steps you should take every day to strengthen your immune system.
Foods that can improve your immune response, prevent viral infections

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, January 05, 2020 at 07:54pm

Keeping your immune system strong enough to fight off germs and viruses. Here are five foods to improve your immune response.
How to make your immune system stronger than before if you’re a diabetic

Posted By Editorial Team, December 20, 2019 at 12:20pm

A person suffering from high blood sugar levels need to be extra cautious about strengthening his immune function. Read on to know how diabetics can do so while taking the sugar-free route.
Chinese scientists develop tumor-specific anti-cancer therapy

Posted By IANS, July 14, 2019 at 10:34am

According to a study published in the journal Science Immunology, the new cancer immunotherapy can prevent the immune system from becoming tolerant of tumors, which occurs in 30 per cent of all cancer patients.
Study identifies autoimmune disease linked to testicular cancer

Posted By ANI, July 05, 2019 at 08:54am

A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has identified a highly specific and unique biomarker for the testicular cancer by using a variation of programmable phage display technology.
Scientists identify master cell playing key role in fighting TB

Posted By IANS, June 08, 2019 at 10:21am

According to a study published in the journal Nature, boosting the activity of a master cell known as group 3 innate lymphoid cells, can help reduce the millions of new infections that occur worldwide every year.
World MS Day 2019: All you need to know about the treatment of multiple sclerosis

Posted By Juhi kumari, May 30, 2019 at 05:13pm

Currently there is no cure more multiple sclerosis. So doctors aim to control its symptoms through medicines and targeted therapies. On this World Multiple Sclerosis Day, we tell you what you can expect from your doctor if you're suffering this condition.
Did you know? A weakened immune system can lead to gonorrhea

Posted By Editorial Team, May 24, 2019 at 06:17pm
5 effective ways to prevent sepsis

Posted By Editorial Team, May 21, 2019 at 08:59am

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs due to over response of your body s defense system.
5 effective ways to prevent sepsis

Posted By Juhi kumari, May 21, 2019 at 08:59am
5 symptoms of immune system problems you did not know before

Posted By Editorial Team, May 08, 2019 at 08:56am
Risk factors of brain tumour you should know about

Posted By Editorial Team, April 25, 2019 at 01:17pm
World Immunization Week 2019: Top vaccination myths dispelled

Posted By Editorial Team, April 24, 2019 at 04:46pm

Celebrated in the last week of April, the World Immunization Week starts today with the aim of spreading awareness about vaccines. While celebrating the beginning of this week, we help you steer clear of the myths that surround immunization.
This is why women are more prone to autoimmune diseases than men

Posted By ANI, April 21, 2019 at 10:15am

A recent study published in the JCI Insight, has revealed that women get autoimmune diseases far more often than men due to the presence of more molecular switch known as VGLL3 in women than men.
Candida auris: How to protect yourself from this deadly fungus

Posted By juhi kumari, April 07, 2019 at 02:12pm